What code is used for Physical Relief?

• A. 1000
• B. 1002
• C. 10100
• D. 1005

Answer: (C)

In police radio practice, certain numeric codes are reserved to quickly convey specific needs or actions. When an officer needs to be relieved—whether to take a break, use the facilities, or swap duties with another unit—that request is carried by a code specifically designated for physical relief. That designation is 10100, making it the best choice because it unambiguously signals the need to rotate responsibility and ensures the right unit and supervisor understand the request immediately. Using this code helps keep patrol coverage continuous and maintains safety on the street by coordinating who is on break and who is taking over. The other numbers correspond to different situations, so they wouldn’t communicate the relief request as clearly.